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A definition of the medical term methyltransferase is presented. The term refers to an enzyme that catalyzes the transfer of a methyl group from one compound to another. The definition is from the "Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary," published by F.A. Davis Co. The pronunciation of the term...

A definition of the medical term "nucleotidyltransferase" is presented. This term refers to an enzyme that converts nucleotidyls from nucleosides into dimer or polymer forms. The definition is from the "Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary," published by F.A. Davis Co.The pronunciation of the...

A definition of the term "phosphoribosyltransferase" is presented. It refers to an enzyme that catalyzes reconversion to the ribonucleotide stage of the purine bases, hypoxanthine and guanine. The definition is from the "Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary," published by F.A. Davis Co.

A definition of the term Africa, sub-Saharan is presented. Sub-Saharan Africa is the large region of Africa that lies just south of the Sahara desert. Common infections in this region include malaria, meningitis, tuberculosis, and HIV. The definition is from the "Taber's Cyclopedic Medical...

A definition of the medical term "honeymoon phase" is presented. The term refers to the temporary remission of hyperglycemia that occurs in some people newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. The remission occurs when some insulin secretion resumes for a short time, usually a few months, before...

A definition of the medical term "periodontist" is presented. It refers to a dentist who specializes in treating people who have gum diseases. The definition is from the "Diabetes Dictionary." The pronunciation of the term is also provided.

A definition of the medical term "polydipsia" is presented. It refers to excessive thirst and may be a sign of diabetes. The definition is from the "Diabetes Dictionary." The pronunciation of the term is also provided.

A definition of the medical term "prevalence" is presented. It refers to the number of people in a given group or population who are reported to have a disease. The definition is from the "Diabetes Dictionary." The pronunciation of the term is also provided.